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Dr. James Tucker, MD

Dr. James Tucker, MD

Fayetteville, NY

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tucker, Family Medicine Specialist in Fayetteville, NY?

    Dr. James Tucker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Tucker graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wright-Patterson Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Tucker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucker’s office at (315) 663-0059.

    Where did Dr. Tucker go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wright-Patterson Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Usaf Med Ctr | US Air Force Regional Hospital/Headquarters Air Armament Center (AFMC) Program

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tucker board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Tucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?

    Dr. Tucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tucker treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tucker diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tucker. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Illness
    • General sickness
    • Undiagnosed illness
    • Feeling unwell

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R69: Illness, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Tucker perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Tucker may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tucker's office.

    Does Dr. Tucker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 663-0059 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Fayetteville, NY?

    Dr. Tucker in Fayetteville, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • HealthNow New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?

    Dr. James Tucker's Primary Practice

    4104 Medical Center Dr Ste 104

    Fayetteville, NY 13066

    (315) 663-0059

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    Dr. James Tucker's Practice 2

    301 Prospect Ave

    Syracuse, NY 13203

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    Dr. James Tucker's Practice 3

    5100 W Taft Rd

    Liverpool, NY 13088

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    What is Dr. Tucker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922020197.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tucker

    What is Dr. James Tucker's specialty?

    Dr. Tucker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fayetteville, NY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Tucker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Tucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tucker is affiliated with St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, NY, Upstate University Hospital, A.O. Fox Hospital, Cayuga Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Tucker accepting new patients in Fayetteville, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Tucker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Tucker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (315) 663-0059 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Tucker?

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (315) 663-0059 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Tucker have?

    Dr. James Tucker is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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